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About Logan Square.

Logan Square, just 5 miles northwest of the Loop, is one of Chicago liveliest, most affluent and evolving neighborhoods. A great mix of the old and the new helps define Logan Square as a progressive and growing community of Chicago with deep roots to the region’s history. One of Chicago’s oldest communities, Logan Square has become one its most progressive and cutting edge, as well. With endless choices in entertainment, nightlife, shopping, dining, and recreation, Logan Square gives its residents little initiative to leave its cozy confines. With chic modern buildings, old world mansions and homes, and two- and three-flat graystone buildings, Logan Square is site to historic neighborhoods. Spacious tree-lined boulevards, lush green parks, and a closely-knit neighborhood feel also define this wonderful Chicago community. Logan Square is also home to the historic and famous Congress Theater.

Location

Located 5 miles northwest of the Chicago Loop, Logan Square is best known for its tree-lined boulevards and squares.

The borders of Logan Square roughly consist of the METRA/Milwaukee District North Line Railroad on the west, the north branch of the Chicago River to the east, Diversey Avenue to the north, and Bloomingdale Avenue to the south.

Bordering neighborhoods of Logan Square include Lincoln Park to the east, Wicker Park and Humboldt Park to the south, Hermosa to the west, and Avondale to the north.

History

In 1836, Logan Square was prairie land that lay mostly outside the borders of Chicago. In that year New Yorker, Martin Kimbell bought up 160 acres there. Others soon followed and the place became known as the town of Jefferson.

By 1850, Logan Square was a place for farmers and sellers of produce. Years later, after the Chicago and North Western Railway laid tracks west of the Chicago River, the town of Jefferson saw a boost in industry.

In 1863, Chicago annexed the portion of Jefferson that is now known as Bucktown. Six year later, the northern area was annexed.

Logan Square grew significantly after the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. At the time, Logan Square lay outside of Chicago’s fire limits, and so it was possible to build affordable frame homes.

In 1889, the rest of Logan Square was annexed by Chicago. Soon after, Logan Square’s distinctive boulevard system was completed, lined with trees, flowers and solid graystone houses.

1890 saw the arrival of the “L”. More Logan Square homes sprouted up and the community became home for many successful Scandinavian and German immigrants.

After World War I, Logan Square saw another influx of immigrants. Rental apartments and houses continued to be built at a steady rate.

The Logan Square we know today began its incarnation in the 1960s. The Logan Square Neighborhood Association was created in 1963 to promote community spirit and maintain the neighborhood.

In the following decades, young professionals, students and artists began to take residence in Logan Square. The community remains a lively, vibrant, and eclectic neighborhood with a respect for its history and a diverse population.

Real Estate

Logan Square is a community of spacious, tree-lined boulevards, century old mansions, modern and historic homes, working class citizens and affluent professionals. One of Chicago’s oldest neighborhoods, Logan Square has always been known for affordable, great housing.

Nightlife

Logan Square is an up-and-coming hotspot for Chicago nightlife. With an eclectic population comes and eclectic array of style and vibe. With hopping nightclubs to chill lounges and neighborhood bars, residents of Logan Square apartments will find exactly the right venue to match their mood of the evening.

V Live (2047 N Milwaukee Ave, 773-489-5483) is one vivacious and energetic nightclub of Logan Square. With a sharp modern and sleek interior design, V Live knows how to party with elegance. V Live has four rooms for dancing and lounging. Depending on which room you’re cutting a rug in, you’ll hear everything from hip hop to salsa to Top 40, electronica and more.

Tumbao (3213 W Armitage Ave, 773-772-9800) has everything you need in your night all in one place: great food, terrific drinks, and fantastic music to dance to. Tumbao specializes in Puerto Rican and Caribbean tapas, which go along quite nicely with Latin jazz, salsa and merengue. Tumbao also hosts live salsa bands on most Saturdays.

Bob Inn (2641 W Fullerton Ave) is a quintessential neighborhood bar with no frills, no nonsense, and cheap drinks. Bob Inn has pool tables, vintage video games, and you can play Golden Tee for free. This bar is family-owned and the patrons are diverse and friendly.

Small Bar (2956 N Albany Ave, 730-509-9888) proves that good things do indeed come in small packages. Literally a small bar, Small Bar Logan Square provides its patrons with a cozy, neighborhood-oriented environment. Small Bar has an extensive beer list, ever-changing specials, sports on the TV and a terrific patio that’s open all summer.

The Map Room (1949 N Hoyne Ave, 773-252-7636) is a Bucktown favorite due to its extraordinary list of beers. The Map Room features beers from all over the world, comprising 36 unique brands. Beer aficionados need look no further than The Map Room for a great pint. Whatever beer you’re craving, you’ll find it here.

Entertainment

Logan Square is one of those Chicago neighborhoods you could live in and often find no reason to venture outside it. With so many live music venues, great movie theaters, playhouses, comedy clubs, bowling alleys, shopping experiences and more, it’s not hard to understand why.

Congress Theater (2135 N Milwaukee Ave, 773-276-1235) is a designated Chicago landmark. Originally built as a movie palace in 1926, Congress Theater now hosts live performances from all different genres. Primarily known for presenting popular and hip musical acts, Congress Theater has featured diverse acts such as Nine Inch Nails, DMX, Prince and The Pogues.

Fireside Bowl (2646 W Fullerton Ave, 773-486-2700) is a classic bowling alley, offering reasonable priced games and a safe, family-oriented environment. Have a drink at the Vintage Bowling Alley Lounge, play some pool and video games, then lace up those bowling shoes and try to pick up that 7-10 split. A nice tidbit of information: Scenes from the Jennifer Aniston/ Vince Vaughn film, The Break-Up, were filmed at Fireside Bowl.

Logan Square Auditorium (2539 N Kedzie Blvd, 773-252-6179) was voted Best All-Ages Venue by the Chicago Reader. Logan Square Auditorium is an elegant music hall with ornate ceilings and walls. This venue features a variety of entertainers, including Yann Tiersen, CocoRosie, amateur wrestling events, as well as stand-up comedians.

Logan Theatre (2646 N Milwaukee Ave, 773-252-0627) is one of Chicago’s old-timey movie theaters: no frills, plenty of character, great movies and cheap tickets. Logan Theatre is the place to load up on popcorn, soda and other concessions for the perfect movie-watching experience that doesn’t mean breaking the bank.

Before finding yourself at any one of Logan Square great venues like Congress Theatre or Rosa’s Lounge, you may want to spend a little time at one of this neighborhood’s great little boutiques and shops. Shopping experiences in Logan Square are plentiful, varied, and completely satisfying.

Virtu (2034 N Damen Ave, 773-235-3790) in Bucktown is a cute and charming family-owned shop. Virtu is a stand-out boutique among the myriad of Chicago boutiques. A perfect place to find that perfect gift, Virtu sells everything from ceramics to handmade glass items to many distinct metal trinkets, figurines, charms and more. They also feature wood, paper and textiles—every kind of handmade crafts you could think of.

Village Discount Outlet (2032 N Milwaukee Ave, 773-486-7603) is one of the more affordable, eclectic second-hand shops in Chicago. With such a large collection of clothing and dirt cheap prices, just browsing at Village Discount Outlet could take up a large portion of your day.

Threads (2327 N Milwaukee Ave, 773-276-6411) is a vintage second-hand shop specializing mostly in antique and charming furniture. Threads has a selection of men’s and women’s clothing, as well. Buy or sell at Threads and receive great value either way.

Restaurants

This continually progressive Chicago neighborhood is also home to some of the city’s best restaurants. Small, intimate and charming restaurants are the staple of Logan Square, and they offer everything from fine dining to casual, hometown cooking. Foodies living in this part of Chicago will find everything they need, often times all within walking distance.

Rosa De Lima (2013 N Western Ave, 773-342-4557) offers a comfortable and lively atmosphere and a menu of affordable and delectable Peruvian cuisine. The signature dish of Rosa De Lima is their roasted chicken. Rosa De Lime serves up simple, tasteful fare featuring the basics of Peruvian cuisine: potatoes, corn, peanuts, pepper and seafood.

Lula Café (2537 N Kedzie Ave, 773-489-9554) is a Logan Square favorite serving up delicious breakfasts and brunches, as well as dinners. An eclectic and creative menu, Lula Café presents American Cuisine with a twist.

Buona Terra (2535 N California Ave, 773-289-3800) is a warm, cozy little Italian bistro. Run by longtime residents of Logan Square, Buona Terra promises to bring only the freshest, most authentic Italian cuisine to their community. A terrific deal can be found on Thursdays with their $21.95 pre-fixe menu that allows you to choose any appetizer, entree and desert from their regular daily menu.

Coast Sushi Bar (2045 N Damen Ave, 773-235-5775) offers a lively atmosphere and a dining area furnished with handcrafted furniture and tableware. Coast Sushi Bar is a BYOB restaurant so you can bring your own white wine or beverage to compliment their super white tuna sashimi, white dragon roll, or hamachi capriccio.

Belly Shack (1912 N Western Ave, 773-252-1414) is a completely unique and fun dining experience in a hip and modern Bucktown restaurant. Belly Shack goes where few restaurants have gone before: Asian/Puerto Rican fusion. Try their brazed greens with chorizo and their somen noodle salad with tortilla chips then top it off with Vietnamese cinnamon caramel soft serve for desert.

Bonsoiree (2728 W Armitage Ave, 773-486-7511) is an upscale, underground BYOB specializing in seasonal French cuisine. The winter mushrooms in puff pastry with wilted mustard green is only one example of many impressive, vibrant dishes.

Boulevard Bash is Logan Square’s favorite music festival. It takes place at Logan Square Boulevard and Milwaukee Avenue and is three days of exciting live music, artisans, and great food and drink.

Palmer Square, the park, provides a running trail, a playground, and seven acres of open green space for lounging or walking the dog. The Palmer Square Arts Festival takes place at Palmer Square each August, and the New Belgium Brewing Company’s Tour de Fat has taken place at the square in the past.

Hass Park is a favorite of Logan Square, giving residents reason to lounge about in the sun, picnic or play kickball.

Logan Square Skate Park at located at N Western Avenue and Logan Boulevard opened in 2009 and has been giving resident daredevils and lovers of things on wheels a great place to test their skills.